SHALLOT CHUTNEY

Onion chutney can be made very quickly.  I had some shallots (sambar onion).  We used to make this spicy chutney for idli, dosa during our childhood and had forgotten about it since long.  When I saw the same in the basket, I thought of making it for Idli today.

shallot chutney

ARINELLIKKA PICKLE, STAR GOOSEBERRY PICKLE

Arinellikka or star gooseberry it is called,  bit sour in taste.   It does not become soft when it is ripe.  When it is ripe, it starts falling down from the branches.  During school days, we used to eat the same with salt and chilli powder like we eat the Guava, Peru,Amrud in Mumbai.  We also make pickle out of this and I love to eat it with rice and curd.   We can make chutney also out of this.   It is available during April-May & August - September.

star gooseberry pickle, arinellikka pickle

PARIPPU VADA, DAL VADA

Dal vada or parippu vada is made out of tuvar dal and chana dal.  we can serve this along with a cup of tea or coffee for evening snack.  This item is also served during feasts but can enjoy any time.  My children call it as  P VADA.


You can add onion also while making this vada, however, for festivals, we do not use onions.

It is a tea time snack normally.

LASOONI PARATHA

We all like parathas whether it is made out of aloo, methi or vegetables etc.  here is a simple and easy paratha can be served with hot cup of tea.  No need of any accompaniment, but if you wish, can be served with pickles, muramba, jam,  plain yoghurt or sweet

For making garlic bread, we are preparing the stuff of garlic, ginger and green chilli with butter.  the same masala,  I have incorporated in this.

LASOONI KHAKRA

Khakra can be served with hot cup of tea/coffee or with some dips, topped with some stuffs and eaten as Chaat viz. masala papad.  It is a crispy, dry, flat bread made by Gujaratis, can be stored for a longer period in airtight containers.  It is handy while travelling.  I have seen a family carrying this stuff in a big aluminium dubba.  That aunty was telling me, we are travelling for the last one month and this stuff is still intact.  So next time, when you plan travelling a long tour, you can make some of it and carry.

It can be made plain, or flavoured with lasoon, methi, paani puri masala, etc. according to your choice.

Here I am sharing with you lasooni khakra

SOYA BEAN DRY SUBZI

Soya bean dry subzi is made with soya beans, onion and masalas.  This can be served as a side dish for dal rice, sambar rice or for phulkas along with dal.  Though it is a healthy dish, i do not like much this some how still I prepare once in a month for the benefit of calcium.

SOYA BEAN VADA

Soya bean has got many nutritional values.  It is recommended to include in the diet specially for the ladies who have crossed 40 years of age and facing meno pause problems.    It is a good source of  calcicum, vitamins, minerals.  The vada is quite tasty and can be served as evening snacks with a cup of tea.

Soyabean vada

SOYA BEAN SUBZI (CHUNK)

Soya bean subzi is favourite of my son.  I personally do not like much though it is very good for health.  Soy is a complete protein and soyfoods are rich in vitamins and minerals including folate, potassium.  Soy foods are low in saturated and trans fats.   Recent research suggests that soy may also lowr risk of prostate, olon and breast cancers as well as osteoporosis and other bone halth problems.  Also alleviate hot flashes associated with menopause.  tofu made out of soya is good for heart and diabetic patients.

You can prepare the subzi with soya bean, soy  chunks and soy granules too.

Soya bean subzi

PANEER

Paneer is made out of milk.  It can be prepared at home very easily.  what you need is milk, vinegar or lime juice. Home made paneer is always good.  See the videos in YouTube:  Paneer 1,  Paneer 2   &  Paneer 3

PALAK PANEER

Palak paneer is a nice combination with phulkas, roti. It is a mild gravy subzi made out of paneer puree and fresh paneer.  I even prefer to eat with rice as I love palak/spinach  with rice and curd.  It is a very easy preparation with tomatoes, onion etc. Home made paneer is always good than the store bought one.   I have already uploaded in YouTube how to make (chowli leafy vegetable) keerai paneer subzi. Instead of chowli,  here  I have used paneer.

• Spinach is a rich source of vitamin A and reduces the risk of eye diseases, like night blindness, itching eyes and eye ulcers. Components like beta carotene, lutein, xanthenes and zeaxanthin act as strong antioxidants and protect the eyes from the harsh effects of UV rays, further lowering the chances of cataract formation and are all beneficial for maintaining overall good eyesight.
• Spinach is also rich in potassium and low in sodium. The former is known to lower the blood pressure while the latter is known for increasing it. Therefore, spinach, included in a regular diet brings the blood pressure down to normal levels. The amount of folate present in spinach also reduces hypertension, relaxes blood vessels and maintains a proper blood flow.

 Paneer is a good source of nutrients,protein and calcium which helps in building strong bones.

The combination of these two items make the dish very tasty and healthy.

Palak Paneer